Question

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imagine you want to convince the local school board that eliminating elective courses for struggling students is a bad idea. which appeal would most likely move this audience to support your cause?
a. you might not remember this, but teenagers dont like being forced to spend all their time studying boring subjects.

b. i am a straight - a student, and my art class is one of the best parts of my day. without it, i wouldnt look forward to school.

c. when you were in school, you got to take a wide variety of electives, and you grew up to become members of the school board!

d. a poll of the student body shows that 88 percent of struggling students feel more motivated to come to school because of their electives.

Explanation:

The school board is likely persuaded by data relevant to the target group (struggling students). Option D provides empirical evidence linking electives to student motivation, directly addressing the claim that eliminating electives harms struggling students. Other options rely on personal preference (A, B) or nostalgic appeal (C), which are less compelling for a decision-making body focused on student outcomes.

Answer:

D. A poll of the student body shows that 88 percent of struggling students feel more motivated to come to school because of their electives.